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International Relations and Politics

  • BA (Hons)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-time
  • 09/2026
  • Undergraduate
Peel Park Campus
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2026-2027
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Course summary

In an age of globalisation, our daily lives are affected by what happens across the world. From the financial crisis to war and conflict, international relations matters. It shapes government policy, affects our job prospects and impacts the lives of people from all parts of the world. If you want to explore the role of state and organisation in an increasingly interconnected world, this international relations and politics degree is the right choice for you.

In many cases, global politics and the decisions made by those in power can have significant consequences for populations and how they live. As part of this politics and international relations course, you’ll debate different ideologies and policies in global politics, developing your understanding of why wars occur, why states cooperate (or don’t cooperate) with each other, and how these ideas affect lives.

Designed with a strong international focus, you’ll also have the opportunity to spend your second year studying abroad, immersing yourself in a different culture and experiencing new ways of life. These experiences will provide you with the real-world experience needed to stand out in a competitive employment industry.

You will

  • Develop a thorough understanding of different ideologies and policies in global politics

  • Acquire a range of transferable skills needed to launch your professional career

  • Understand how lives are affected by both politics and the relations between relations

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Modules

Year one

  • International History (2) 1945-Present
  • International Politics I
  • International Politics II
  • Introduction to Comparative Politics
  • The Cold War
  • International Organisations

Year two

  • Theories of Power and Domination
  • Contemporary International Relations
  • Researching in Politics
    Optional modules may include:
  • Political Communication: Media and Democracy
  • Regimes and Dictatorships from 1918
  • US Foreign Policy Since 1945
  • Terrorism and Irregular Conflict
  • Intelligence, Security and Politics in Britain 1909-94
  • Contemporary Security
  • Contemporary Information Warfare
  • US Political History
  • University Wide Language Programme

Year three

  • Dissertation
    Optional modules may include:
  • Chinese Foreign Policy Since 1949
  • International Political Economy
  • Corruption in Contemporary Politics
  • British Counter-Insurgency Since 1945
  • Social media and politics: digital democracy
  • Global Environmental Politics
  • Politics Placement
  • University Wide Language Programme
  • Intelligence and Cyber Warfare
  • Threats to Democracy

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Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Peel Park Campus

Study options

  • BA (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • 09/2026

Apply by
14 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
L290
Institution code:
S03
Campus name:
Peel Park Campus
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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How to apply

Apply by
14 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
L290
Institution code:
S03
Campus name:
Peel Park Campus
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - 104 - 112 points

To be obtained from a minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent. History and / or Politics desirable

A level

104 - 112 UCAS tariff points to be obtained from a minimum of 2 A-Levels or equivalent. General Studies accepted. History and / or Politics desirable

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM

History and / or Politics desirable

Access to HE Diploma

QAA Approved - Pass with 104 - 112 UCAS Tariff Points. History and / or Politics desirable

Scottish Higher

104 - 112 UCAS Tariff Points. History and / or Politics desirable

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - D*D - D*D*

104 - 112 UCAS points. History and / or Politics desirable

Scottish Advanced Higher

104 - 112 UCAS Tariff Points. History and / or Politics desirable

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 30 - 31 points

Politics / History desirable

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)

104 - 112 UCAS Tariff Points History / Politics desirable

GCSE/National 4/National 5

GCSE English Language at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent) is required. Maths at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent) is preferred but not essential. You must fulfil our GCSE entry requirements in addition to the Level 3 qualification requirements.

T Level - M

History and / or Politics desirable

Historical entry grades data BETA

This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

Data from:
This course and 3 other politics courses
Date range:
2022-2024

Grades held by accepted students

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  1. AAB
  2. Highest grades
  3. CDD
  4. Lowest grades

Offer rate for UK school & college leavers

100% Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.

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Student Outcomes

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80 Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)

90 Go onto work and study

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